SR 156 over Lovejoy Creek
FairFloyd County, Georgia · 7.1 MI NW of Shannon · Structure no. 000000011500570
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,090
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 156 over Lovejoy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 156 over Lovejoy Creek in Floyd County, Georgia. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,090 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,835 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 156 over Lovejoy Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 156 over Lovejoy Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does SR 156 over Lovejoy Creek carry?
About 2,090 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 156 over Lovejoy Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 156 over Lovejoy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.